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Chicageaux Spicy Smokehouse Tots
Chicageaux Spicy Smokehouse Tots
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
BBQ-spiced chicken on crispy tater tots with melted cheese, queso blanco, and tangy pickled onions - a fiery, indulgent dish perfect as a meal or appetizer.
Ingredients:
  • 1 (32 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided, or as needed
  • 3 tablespoons barbeque seasoning, divided, or to taste
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 25 cups hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®), or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon hot honey, or to taste
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
  • 1 cup white Mexican cheese sauce (queso blanco)
  • 0.25 cup pickled red onions, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
Instructions:
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on the pan, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of barbecue rub.
  • Bake until beautifully golden and fully heated in the preheated oven for around 25 minutes, or follow the package instructions.
  • In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season generously with 1 tablespoon of barbeque rub and toss well to ensure even coating. Sear the chicken in a hot non-stick skillet until beautifully browned all over, then lower the heat to medium.
  • In a small saucepan, gently melt butter over medium-low heat. Add hot sauce, hot honey, and barbecue rub to taste, stirring until combined and bringing to a simmer.
  • Drizzle the honey hot sauce over the chicken in the skillet, then turn up the heat to medium-high. Cook the chicken, continuously basting with the sauce, until it's fully cooked and coated with a glossy glaze (about 5 minutes). Check for doneness by ensuring the chicken juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using an instant-read thermometer. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and slice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Microwave cheese sauce on 50% power until hot, about 1 minute, stirring every 30 seconds for perfect creaminess.
  • Lay out tater tots on a platter or sheet pan. Add chicken and any leftover sauce on top, followed by shredded cheese. Melt the cheese using a kitchen torch. Drizzle with more hot sauce and queso blanco. Finish with pickled red onion and parsley for a flavorful garnish.

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